Makes 2 ½ quarts broth Ingredients 4 lb bony beef cuts, such as short ribs or shank 1/2 cup tomato purée 3 qt cold water, plus more as needed 1 large yellow onion, cut into medium dice 1 leek, chopped 1 celery stalk, cut into medium dice 1/4 cup celery […]
Chicken Broth
Makes 2 1/2 quarts broth Ingredients 4 lb stewing hen parts, including backs and necks 3 qt cold water, plus more as needed 1 large yellow onion, cut into medium dice 1 celery stalk, cut into medium dice 1 carrot, cut into medium dice 5 black peppercorns, cracked 4 parsley […]
Chicken Liver Pâté With Apples & Cognac
Makes 2 quarts Ingredients 1 lb chicken livers, cleaned and dried Kosher salt, as needed Freshly ground black pepper, as needed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup unsalted butter, cubed 3 shallots, sliced 1 garlic clove, sliced 1 thyme sprig 1 bay leaf 1 apple, Gala or Fuji, peeled, cored, […]
Classic Mac & Cheese
Makes 6 to 8 servings Ingredients 3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Kosher salt 2 quarts water 8 oz elbow macaroni 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 cups whole milk 1/2 teaspoon sweet or smoked Spanish paprika 1 bay leaf 5 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1/4 teaspoon […]
Herb-Marinated Yogurt Cheese (Labneh)
This delicious cheese can be used as a spread for crackers or bruschetta. Experiment with different herbs, spices, and aromatics for your marinade, once you get the hang of it. Use the leftover marinade for a dressing or to toss with vegetables before roasting. Ingredients 2 pounds plain yogurt (whole, […]
Kamut With Fresh Corn and Peas
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 2 cups kamut 4 ears fresh corn 1 gallon water or vegetable broth, plus more as needed 3 tablespoons kosher salt, plus more as needed 1 bay leaf 1 thyme sprig 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more as needed 1 small onion, peeled and cut into […]
Manhattan Clam Chowder
Makes 2 quarts
Mixed Grain Pilaf
Makes 6 cups, approximately 10 to 12 servings This pilaf is delicious, but neutral flavored, making it a great mix-and-match meal prep recipe. Eat at as a hot side dish, chilled and sprinkled over green salads, or mixed with leftover meats and veggies to stuff peppers or eggplant. Ingredients 2 […]
Onion Soup Gratineé
Makes 8 servings Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil or vegetable oil 4 yellow onions, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup brandy 6 cups beef or chicken broth, warm 1 sprig fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon, 4 sprigs parsley, 1 bay leaf, and 1 clove peeled garlic, wrapped […]
Pickled Onion and Jalapeño Relish
Makes about 3 cups This relish will quickly become a refrigerator staple. Bright and acidic, this mixture of red onion and chiles is at home as flavorful garnish on tacos, but you’ll also love it mixed into the filling of deviled eggs, folded into a bright corn salad, or crushed […]
Rice Pilaf
Makes 10 servings Ingredients 2 cups long-grain white rice 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or vegetable oil 1 cup minced onion 4 cups chicken stock, hot 1 bay leaf 2 thyme sprigs Kosher salt, as needed Freshly ground black pepper, as needed Directions Preheat the oven to 350°F. Rinse the rice […]
Shellfish Stock
Makes 2 1/2 quarts stock Ingredients 2 tablespoon olive oil 1 large yellow onion, cut into medium dice 1 leek, coarsely chopped 1 celery stalk, cut into medium dice 5 lb bones from mild, lean white fish; or shrimp, crab, and/or lobster shells 5 black peppercorns, cracked 4 parsley stems […]